Runner's World Podcast

Dr. Richard Blagrove, senior lecturer of Physiology at Loughborough University, discusses the importance of strength and conditioning for runners, including incorporating daily workouts, heavy resistance training, and a well-rounded program. The benefits include improved running economy, increased sprint speed, and reduced risk of injury.

On this week's episode, we attempt to answer that eternal running question: how do I get faster? To help us do this, we're joined by Tom Craggs, national endurance manager for England Athletics. He tells you how to introduce speedwork sensibly, how much of it you need to do, and why quick running in training isn't enough in itself to race quickly over long distances.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Team GB star Matt Hudson-Smith gives us an insight into the pain and payoff of 400m training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ultra runner Sophie Power joins us to discuss She Races, an organisation aimed at getting more women onto the start line and having a brilliant experience when they race. They want to support more race directors to make their events as accessible and inclusive as possible. We discuss some of the issues that women face with races and what needs to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, film-maker and runner Joe French discusses his new book, Out of Mind, which details tragedy of Mount Everest – and how French was brought back to health by barefoot running. Pick up a copy of Out of Mind here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joined by Charlie Dark MBE, Tyler Williams-Green, Sahra-Isha Muhammed Jones, Andre Coggins and Sabrina Pace-Humphreys, we sat down to talk about inclusivity and diversity in the running in the UK, how far it has come and what still needs to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leading running phyio, Tom Goom, shares expert advice on achilles injuries: strengthening exercises, pain management, and running techniques. Topics include load management, calf strength, and gradual progression in training. Also, understanding symptoms and treatment approaches, choosing the right running shoe, and self-massage techniques for pain relief.

They discuss the rising costs of running gear, including the release of a £400 running shoe. They explore the environmental impact of running shoes and the need for running brands to address disposableness. The importance of investing in good shoes and socks for trail running is emphasized. They also discuss the affordability of running compared to other sports and the importance of investing in proper sports bras. Strategies to make running more affordable are discussed, including finding budget alternatives for leggings and making homemade gels.

An athlete from a young age, Joe Holder has always strived to be the best athlete and person he can and he applies that same logic to his running. He's now a global trainer for Nike, has had a roster of famous clients, continues to push what he thinks he's capable of, but more importantly, is trying to spread the movement message to the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's official: there's a growing trend for running in the buff. But what is it about clothes-free running that people are finding so appealing? Nude joggers Steve Paton and Jamie Currie are on the podcast this week to tell us more.Interested in finding out more? The Naturist Foundation 5K is happening on 10 September: naturistfoundation.org/5k-run Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices